Engineer Electrical

Socket.dev; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design, analyze, and support electrical power generation systems and controls for generator packages. You will work with manufacturing, quality, service, supply chain, and regulatory agencies to ensure products meet performance and safety requirements.

The role requires a BSEE from an ABET-accredited program, 3–7 years in relevant electrical engineering, and proficiency with electrical design software.

Qualifications

• BSEE from ABET-accredited university required.
• EIT preferred; PE licensure a plus.
• 3–7 years in electrical engineering for power generation or industrial controls.
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, IEEE, ANSI, UL 2200 and related standards.
• Experience with three-phase power systems and protection schemes.
• Proficient with AutoCAD Electrical or SolidWorks Electrical.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical power distribution, control, protection, and monitoring for generator packages.
• Develop schematics, wiring diagrams, calculations, and engineering docs.
• Lead design improvements to enhance safety, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Perform conductor sizing, fault current, voltage drop, and protection coordination analyses.
• Investigate failures and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain Bills of Materials and engineering change orders.
• Specify components and equipment meeting requirements and costs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across departments.

Skills

Power systems

Circuit analysis

Motor controls

Protection systems

Power distribution

Grounding & bonding

Education

ABET-accredited BSEE

EIT preferred

PE licensure a plus

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

Description

Position Summary: We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to design, analyze, develop, test, and support electrical power generation systems and associated controls used in generator system packages. This position is responsible for applying engineering principles and sound engineering judgment to ensure products meet performance, reliability, safety, regulatory, and customer requirements. The Electrical Engineer will work cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, service, supply chain, and regulatory agencies to support new product development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Functions

Daily job responsibilities/functions to include, but not limited to:

1. Design and engineer electrical power distribution, control, protection, and monitoring systems for generator packages in accordance with NEC, NFPA, IEEE, ANSI, UL 2200, and customer specifications.
2. Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, calculations, design specifications, and engineering documentation supporting new product development and product modifications.
3. Lead electrical system design improvements and engineering changes that enhance safety, reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, and overall product performance.
4. Perform electrical engineering calculations including conductor sizing, overcurrent protection coordination, load analysis, voltage drop analysis, fault current evaluation, and control system design.
5. Investigate electrical failures, analyze root causes, and implement corrective actions to improve product quality and reliability.
6. Develop and maintain electrical Bills of Material, engineering change orders, and product configuration documentation.
7. Evaluate and specify electrical components and equipment based on engineering requirements, reliability, cost, manufacturability, and compliance considerations.
8. Meets agreed upon goals and objectives in a timely manner.
9. Interact with organizational team members and other departments in a professional manner.
10. Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an ABET-accredited university is required. Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification is preferred. Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is a plus.
2. 3-7 years of electrical engineering experience in power generation systems, industrial controls, switchgear, power distribution, or related industrial electrical equipment.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals including power systems, circuit analysis, motor controls, protection systems, grounding, bonding, and power distribution.
4. Experience designing and analyzing three-phase power systems ranging from low-voltage through medium-voltage applications.
5. Knowledge of industry standards, building codes and safety standards including NEC, ANSI, IEEE, NFPA, and UL.
6. Prepare specifications for purchases of materials or equipment.
7. Proficient with AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical Schematic, or similar electrical engineering design software.
8. Proficient in Microsoft Office skills, specifically, Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
9. Strong analytical, problem-solving, written communication, and project management skills.
10. Highly organized, efficient, multi-tasker with process improvement mindset and skillset.
11. Strong work ethic, demonstrates initiative.
12. Team player with positive attitude and desire to learn.
13. Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
14. Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Equipment/Machinery Used

Computer, copier and other office equipment.

Physical Requirements

Work environment is an office atmosphere. Work environment could also involve some outside exposure. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; walk on non-forgiving surfaces such as concrete, wood, and metal; climb stairs and ladders; balance, climb, stoop, crouch, and crawl; walk on hilly and uneven ground; use hands to handle and feel; reach with hands; and communicate with others. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.